Prepared and Processed / Condiments and Sauces
Fish sauce
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 49kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 10.6 g/ 71g (14%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.3 g/ 42g (0.71%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0.9 g/ 348g (0.26%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 4.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (25%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 42 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Phosphorus | 32 mg/ 700mg (4%) |
Iron | 9.3 mg/ 12mg (77%) high |
Sodium | 5061 mg/ 1500mg (337%) |
Allergen Info
Fish
What is this food?
Fish sauce (patis) is a salty liquid condiment made from fermented fish. It’s usually used in small amounts to add “umami” flavor to dishes like sinigang, adobo, and stir-fries.
Why it matters to health
Fish sauce can make meals tastier without adding much fat or calories (about 49 kcal per 100 g). It also has a small amount of carbohydrates, but the main health point is its sodium content (about 5061 mg per 100 g). Too much sodium can push blood pressure up for some people, so it’s best to use it lightly and balance it with fresh, filling foods (like vegetables, lean proteins, and rice in proper portions).
Healthier tips
- Use 1–2 teaspoons at a time, then taste before adding more.
- Balance salty sauces with more vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, okra) and lean protein so your meals still feel satisfying.
- If you’re cooking for the week, try less patis in the pot and add a small amount at the table for those who want extra flavor.
- For everyday eating (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), keep salty condiments as part of the meal’s flavoring, not the main “ingredient,” and watch how often you combine multiple salty items (patis + soy sauce + bagoong).
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang, Adobo, Kare-kare, Pancit Canton, Lechon Kawali, Ginataang Gulay
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